Vater Concert Ensemble Xylophone/Bell Mallets – Rubber Soft

£45.59

Vater Concert Ensemble Xylophone/Bell Mallets – Rubber Soft – V-CEXB12RS are designed for warm, resonant tone and subtle articulation on xylophone and bells. Featuring a soft rubber core wrapped in high-quality synthetic yarn, these mallets deliver a rich, round sound ideal for delicate passages, lyrical lines, and lower dynamic playing. The natural rattan shafts offer excellent flex and rebound, providing players with a comfortable, responsive feel for expressive control and musical nuance.

Key Features:

  • Core Type: Soft Rubber – Produces warm, round tone with gentle articulation

  • Wrap Material: Durable Synthetic Yarn – Minimises contact noise for smooth sound

  • Handle Material: Rattan – Offers natural flex and responsive control

  • Length: 15 3/4″ – Provides comfortable reach across the keyboard

  • Weight: Medium – Balanced for touch-sensitive and expressive playing

  • Finish: Natural – Smooth rattan grip for secure and comfortable handling

Availability: Available to order
Estimated Delivery Date 15/09/2025
 SKU: V-CEXB12RS
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Description

The V-CEXB12RS is perfect for repertoire that demands a warm, blended tone on metallic instruments. Its soft rubber core offers mellow articulation without sacrificing clarity, making it suitable for chorales, soft ensemble textures, and expressive solo work. The rattan handles provide the feel and flexibility needed for refined performance across a range of musical styles and dynamics.

Sound & Feel:

  • Warm and Mellow – Soft rubber core delivers a rounded tone with subtle attack

  • Smooth and Expressive – Rattan shaft enhances control and rebound for dynamic shaping

  • Consistent and Gentle – Ideal for blending within ensembles and playing at softer volumes

Built to Last:

  • Durable core and wrap materials maintain tone and shape through extended use

  • Hand-selected rattan handles offer long-term reliability and comfortable feel

  • Made to Vater’s high standards for quality and consistency

Ideal For:

  • Percussionists needing soft articulation with warm tone on xylophone and bells

  • Ensemble players performing delicate or blended textures

  • Students developing control and phrasing at lower dynamics

  • Professionals seeking a gentle, expressive mallet for subtle musical moments

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